Sepetiba Tecon ups handling capacity with nine new RTGs

Sepetiba Tecon has received nine new RTGs (Rubber Tire Gantry Crane) to reinforce its infrastructure. With the new equipment, the terminal will expand its service capacity, making cargo movements more agile. The forecast is that the nine RTGs will be 100% operational in the first quarter of 2023.

The new RTGs from the Kalmar brand combines diesel and electric technology. They are outfitted with energy-saving systems, electric spreaders, and tires that allow for minimal ground pressure, resulting in lower emissions and environmental gains. Furthermore, these devices have automated steering, which controls the RTGs with centimeter accuracy, improving the terminal’s operational efficiency.

The purchase of the new equipment, as well as other future investments, are part of the strategic plan presented to MTPAC – Ministry of Transport, Ports, and Civil Aviation – and CDRJ – Companhia Docas do Rio de Janeiro, which calls for R$ 560 million in investments to keep the terminal aligned with the most recent trends in the maritime container transport market.

According to Pedro Brito, CEO of Sepetiba Tecon, the tendency is for shipowners to increasingly ask port facilities to operate large ships of up to 15,000 TEUs. With all these investments, the company expects to encourage Rio de Janeiro’s foreign trade presence and make the terminal the main hub port for large ships in the Southeast region.

“We have one of the largest drafts on the East Coast of South America and the largest in the Southeast region, with 15.40 m for entry and exit of container ships. In addition, we are authorized to receive New Panamax class ships up to 367 m long and 52 m wide. All our efforts are being directed to keeping up with market demands,” says Brito.

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